| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5655854 | Digestive and Liver Disease | 2017 | 27 Pages |
Abstract
CRT is detrimental to the function of the internal anal sphincter. Rectal resection significantly affects both internal and external anal sphincter function and the maximum tolerated volume of the neo-rectum, particularly in patients with low rectal cancer, significantly impairing anal continence.
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Authors
Paola De Nardi, Sabrina Gloria Giulia Testoni, Maura Corsetti, Hulda Andreoletti, Patrizia Giollo, Sandro Passaretti, Pier Alberto Testoni,